Cultural Heritage at the Heart of Climate Action: Asia-Pacific Regional Conference 2026

The Cultural Heritage at the Heart of Climate Action: Asia-Pacific Regional Conference 2026 is an international conference bringing together researchers, policymakers, heritage practitioners, and youth leaders to address climate challenges through cultural and traditional knowledge. The event aims to explore how heritage can contribute to climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience in the Asia-Pacific region and to foster collaboration among city managers, researchers, and climate experts. It is organized by UNESCO and will be held in Kyoto, Japan, with a hybrid format (in-person and online).

Round-trip economy airfare, accommodation and meals, opportunity to present research, access to a global network of experts, publication opportunities in conference proceedings, collaboration with policymakers and heritage professionals.

Open to researchers, heritage conservation specialists, urban planners and city managers, climate and sustainability professionals, policymakers and government representatives, NGOs and development practitioners, and youth leaders and emerging scholars.

Submit a research abstract or project proposal related to climate and heritage (up to 500 words). Shortlisted applicants will be invited to present at the conference.